½ Gold Ecu - Rene of Anjou ND (1434-1480) front ½ Gold Ecu - Rene of Anjou ND (1434-1480) back
½ Gold Ecu - Rene of Anjou ND (1434-1480) photo
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½ Gold Ecu - Rene of Anjou ND

 
Gold 1.66 g -
Description
Issuer
County of Provence (French States)
Count
René of Anjou (1434-1480)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1434-1480
Value
½ Gold Ecu (1.5)
Currency
Livre
Composition
Gold
Weight
1.66 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#370619
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Cross of Jerusalem.

Script: Latin (uncial)

Lettering: ✠ COmES ⵓ PVICE ⵓ ET ⵓ FOCAQVERI

Lettering (regular font): ✠ COMES ⵓ PVICE ⵓ ET ⵓ FOCAQVERI

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the ½ Gold Ecu - Rene of Anjou ND (1434-1480) from County of Provence (French States) is that it was minted during the reign of King Rene of Anjou, who was known for his love of the arts and his efforts to promote cultural and economic development in his territories. The coin's design, which features an image of the king on one side and the coat of arms of Provence on the other, reflects the artistic and cultural achievements of the region during this time period.